Category: Ponderings
The Historic Hague Decision
It was 2012 when our fishermen were blocked by the Chinese coastguard into their traditional fishing grounds called the Scarborough Shoal. The Aquino administration was a newly minted government then and was barely two years old. The past administration faced many challenges, some involved the […]
Thank You, Mr. Aquino
These photos were taken at the Day of Valor held last April 9, 2016 at Mt. Samat National Shrine, Pilar, Bataan. It was Mr. Aquino’s last Araw ng Kagitingan as a president. Like a famous celebrity, people were clamoring to hold him or shake his hand. […]
How Do I Save Up for My Travels
I have been traveling for several years now. Be it solo, with a buddy or in a group. I am not a travel veteran nor an expert in all its aspects but I have pretty much learned many things that even novice travelers can call as considerable tips. […]
2015
I did not do much traveling last year. But with the few travels I had, I realized one thing. That I would travel for as long as I can afford and as far as my pocket and my itchy feet will take me. Boracay The […]
How I Plan For Long Travels
My upcoming foray to five southeast Asian countries comprise of a 13-day period. In 2012, I have also found my itchy feet exploring three countries namely Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand within ten moon nights.I feel a different kind of thrill when I embark on a […]
My Five Favorite Personal Blog Entries
It may be in the way I have described each adventure or the very place I traveled to. Whatever the reason is, I find myself reading back these write-ups of mine over and over again. I Got Charmed in Cagbalete My intro paragraph read like […]
G.I.V.E.-ing Hope in Pag-Asa Island
It was unexpected. But then when the opportunity presented itself, I could no longer say no. It was a blessing of sorts. A mighty plan from above humanized in many ways. The journey at first was hazy, unsure. But then the skies cleared and Divine Intervention […]
The Backstreet Boys Are Back!
Forgive me Dear Readers for I will deviate a little bit from my usual write-ups. The BSB or Backstreet Boys have come back for a one-night concert last May 5 and I tell you, they were Larger than Life! : D Before I discovered my […]
Boracay Island Once More
It has been more than two years since my last foray into the famous Boracay Island. So much has changed since my last visit. I got a bit sad upon seeing its once all-green landscape from above. Just right before my plane landed in Caticlan […]
Why I Fell in Love with Biking
Dear Readers, My mom didn’t let me outdoors when I was a little kid. I guess she was more concerned of my safety then. As the younger child and only girl, I was well taken care of as any daughter should be. I was an […]